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Conservation – prevention of loss, waste, damage, destruction, etc.
Conservation area – area protected by law from changes that would damage its natural or architectural character.
Biosphere – parts
of the earth where living things are found, i.e. its surface, the parts
just beneath the surface and the lower atmosphere.
Research – careful study or investigation, esp. in order to discover new facts or information.
Ecology – the
relation of plants and living creatures to each other and to their
surroundings. Ecology became one of the most important scientific
studies in the late 20th century when the drastic effect of human
activity on the earth was realized. The disappearance of many species
of plants and animals showed how the delicate balance allowing
organisms to live together can be affected by minor changes. Research
is leading to new ways of conservation to preserve the earth
environment.
Environment – natural conditions, e.g. Land, air and water, in which we live.
Reservoir – natural or artificial lake used as a source of store water for a town, etc.
Reserve – area of land reserved esp. as a habitant for natural conservation.
Pollute – make something dirty or impure, esp. by adding harmful or unpleasant substances.
Preserve – keep or maintain in an unchanged or perfect condition; keep something safe or alive
for the future; keep something safe from harm or danger.
Ecotourism – holidays that don't destroy and may even protect the environment by providing
a financial support to protect wild life which tourist pay to see.
Ecosystem – ecological unit consisting of a group of plants and living creatures interacting with each other and with their surroundings,
est. in a safe sustaining way.
Habitals – places where wild animals live.
Nature monument – a way of land protection, meaning protecting landscapes by way of restricting farming and indusrial
activites.
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